Description / Abstract:
This document provides guidance for laser operators and aviation
authorities to determine the performance criteria that laser hazard
control measures shall meet for the operation of an outdoor laser
system in navigable airspace. The document does not cover systems
intended to deliberately aim and or track lasers at aircraft such
as FAA approved purposes, including visual warning systems, search
and rescue, etc.
Aircraft operations to be protected include all types that can
be reasonably expected to operate in the affected area, which are
traveling at speeds and altitudes defined in the
Performance/Functional Requirements section. This document does not
address all possible aircraft operations, (e.g., the operation of
stealth, high-speed ( Mach 1), unmanned aircraft systems,
aircraft above 60 000 feet MSL, etc.), including aircraft operating
under a waiver from FAA regulations. Depending on the laser
system's location and operational characteristics, the proponent
may be required to coordinate with local military facilities and
with the US Strategic Command. The military may request additional
requirements (such as limitations on lasing hours or locations), or
they may take actions to avoid the laser location.
Purpose
The purpose of this document is to specify performance criteria
standards for control measures to ensure the safe incorporation of
lasers propagated into the navigable airspace.